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HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/07/1989City of Mounds View Parks and Recreation Commission AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER Thursday, December 7, 1989 City Hall Council Chambers 6:30 p.m. II. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 26, 1989 MINUTES III. COUNCILMEMBER'S REPORT IV. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT - LAKESIDE PARK UPDATE V. REVIEW WETLAND ZONING ORDINANCE UPDATE - COMMENTS VI. RAMSEY COUNTY PLAN FOR PARKS, TRAILS & OPEN SPACE VII. SILVER VIEW PARK POND STUDY: A. DISCUSSION B. RECOMMENDATION VIII. GREENFIELD PARK BASEBALL FIELD UPDATE IX. SURVEY RESULTS: INTERESTS OF YOUTH IN GRADES 6 - 12 X. WINTER ICE RINKS: NEW PROPOSED HOURS AND ACTIVITIES XI. NYSCA: NATIONAL YOUTH SPORTS COACHES ASSOC. XII. VIDEO: "1989 - AN OVERVIEW OF RECREATION ACTIVITIES" XIII. ADJOURNMENT MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA October 26, 1989 Mounds View City Hall Council Chambers 6:30 p.m. The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. by Chairperson Wayne Burmeister. Commissioners present: Burmeister, Long, Silvis, Starr and Stevenson. Commissioners absent: Trettel Councilmember present: Quick Staff present: Director Saarion, Administrative Assistant Linke. A motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Long to approve the September 28, 1989 minutes as written. Motion passed unanimously 4 ayes, 0 nayes. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT Chairperson Burmeister reported that installation of a sand volleyball court at Lakeside Park is nearly complete. Projects which the Spring Lake Park Lions have tentatively planned for Lakeside Park are the relocation of the ballfield, new ag lime, new benches and a new backstop. COUNCILMEMBER'S REPORT None AGENDA ADDITIONS None DISCUSSION OF SURVEY QUESTIONS Director Saarion requested input from the Commission regarding possible questions for the community survey. -2 - After lengthy discussion, the Commission directed staff to develop and submit questions to the City Council in the following areas: 1. What is your opinion of the level of park maintenance? Would you want more and would you be willing to support the higher level of maintenance with an increase in taxes? 2. How do you use the parks now and what could be added to allow you more use? 3. Should a trail system (bike/walking) be considered to interconnect parks and if so, what kind of trail material should be used; i.e. bituminous, ag lime, or wood chip. Would you be willing to support a trail system with an increase in taxes. 4. What are your priorities for the park system? 5. Are you willing to pay increased user fees to support higher costs? (A higher percentage of the actual cost). 6. Where is the park of your choice and why do you like it? 7. If you don't use Mounds View parks, what specifically would you like to see in the parks to allow you to use them? 8. If you use parks in other communities, for what reason do you use them? 9. Questions relating to Silver View Park trail, i.e. should path be limited or extend around the entire pond. 10. How can the Festival in the Park be improved? Do you attend the Festival. Is the date and time convenient? -3- 11. How do you rate the park facilities? 12. What is the greatest need in the Mounds View parks at this time? Director Saarion stated that she intends to add several questions relating to recreation programs and demographics. The Commission also requested that a question be added regarding the residents interest in a Community Center. SILVER VIEW PARK PICNIC SHELTER Director Saarion reviewed the progress at the Silver View Park shelter building site as follows: 1. The foundation is completed and the sewer is stubbed in. The water and plumbing services have been installed. 2. Construction of the wall has begun. 3. The slab will be poured on Monday or Tuesday. Director Saarion stated that the restoration work such as seeding will be done in the spring of 1990. GREENFIELD PARK BASEBALL FIELD Director Saarion stated that the information regarding proposed baseball field improvements was given to MVAA representative Neal Valley. He will use them to help solicit funds from local organizations to assist the funding of the proposed improvements. OAKWOOD PARK IMPROVEMENTS Staff reviewed the progress to date at Oakwood Park. The sand volleyball court and horsehoe pits will be installed. -4- 1990 FESTIVAL IN THE PARK Director Saarion asked for the Commission's input regarding plans for the 1990 Festival in the Park. After a lengthy discussion a motion was made by Commissioner Stevenson, seconded by Commissioner Long to direct staff to bring to the City Council the following suggestions for the 1990 Festival in the Park: 1. Use Silver View Park as the 1990 location for the Festival in the Park. 2. Hold in conjunction with the Celebration MN 1990 event to commemorate the new Silver View Park picnic shelter. 3. Hold the fireworks at Lakeside Park for the following reasons: a. Proximity of fireworks to buildings is within the recommended safety procedures. b. Lake offers a mirrored image for overhead fireworks displays. c. Site offers greater visibility for viewers of ground fireworks displays. 3. Change day to a Saturday rather than a Sunday for the following reasons: a. Does not conflict with church activities or Viking's games. b. Allows children to participate in evening activities such as fireworks without conflicting with school night bedtimes. The motion passed unanimously: 5 ayes, 0 nayes. WINTER PROGRAMS Director Saarion distributed copies of the November/December Newsletter and reviewed the programs which are offered during the holiday season. -5 - NEW BUSINESS Program Cost Accounting - Director Saarion that this new way of accounting takes into consideration not only the direct costs of programs such as instructors and materials, but also includes administrative staff time, facilities use and maintenance. Holiday Meeting Date - It was decided that the November and December meeting will be combined and will be held on December 7. Pine Trees at Hillview Park - Director Saarion stated that four large pine trees had been placed at Hillview Park; three along Long Lake Road and one next to the park building. Scotland Green Easements - The requests from the Commission for development of an easement agreement along the Scotland Green Apartments property by Silver View Park pond was approved by the City Council. Ice Skatin&Rinks - Ice skating rink possibilities were brought before the City Council for their consideration. An extension of the Hillview Park rink was suggested. In addition, prices for the padding of one of the light posts will be presented to council. Commissioner Stevenson asked staff to research the possibility of using the rink houses as youth centers offering either drop in or structured activities. After further discussion of the youth center possibilities, a motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Long to direct staff to explore the possibility of using rink houses as youth centers offering unorganized indoor activities during the winter time. Motion passed unanimously: 5 ayes, 0 nayes. M Silver View Master Plan - Director Saarion reviewed timeline for the development of the Silver View Park Master plan. Ramsey County Plan for Parks, Trails andOven Space. Director Saarion distributed copies of the Ramsey County Plan for Parks, Trails and Open Space for review. This plan will be discussed at the December meeting. Commissioners should contact staff if they have any questions. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Long to adjourn the meeting at 8:21 p.m. Motion passed unanimously: 5 ayes, 0 nayes. Respectfully submitted, Mary aarion, Director Parks, Recreation and Forestry MS/SL November 28, 1989 citq Of V0Unj9V11'Q RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 2401 HIGHWAY10 MOUNOS VIEW, MINN. 55112 784-3055 Dear Parks and Recreation Commissioners: The combined November/December Parks and Recreation Commission meeting will be held on Thursday, December 7 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda and packet information is enclosed. Please read the Wetland Ordinance Update so that it can be discussed at the meeting. Your comments are requested by the Council. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please call 784-3055 to inform staff. This is the last Commission meeting in 1989. Staff will have coffee and cookies to serve in celebration of the year's accomplishments. Sincerely, Mary Saarion, Director Parks, Recreation and Forestry MS/SL Enclosure March 23, 1989 I MEMO TO: LAKESIDE PARK IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE FROM: JAY T. MCCLUSKEY SUBJECT: PRIORITY LIST WITH ESTIMATED COST AS DISCUSSED AT COMMITTEE MEETING WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22, 1989 I. Retaining Wall Sidewalk 2. Sandlot volleyball area Ten picnic tables (500 ea) 3. Dock, dredging and aerator Public access 4. Sidewalk around inside of park (2800' x 6' wide) 5. Ballfield (grading & ag. lime) Backstop Bleachers (2) (1000 ea) _ 6. Resurface parking lot Curbing 7. Landscaping 5700.00 2800.00 8,500.00 3650.00 5000.00 8,850.00 69000.00 2500.00 71,500.00 23,000.00 2000.00 1400.00 2000.00 5,400.00 3600.00 3500.00 7,100.00 5,000.00 129,350.00 N �;.i .�l •�' . �yi� .� 1=..'�'C�tC f��'�1:)r•� iilJ li �'Ji:i.7 1' D 1 K CIf C,F _i ll L) LL i I]"C �ilk.:r.r �LL, J2Jh-ciJ�":i1�15iI�tii.J. t ,; :i u'�1�H_.L :�IJiVT"1G ORDI,V !�L: C. �� 0PDA Attacher: please find copies of the review draft of the rJJJSe l U -: a-,�e to the CityIS :retlalld �Oi7irig Url1173nCe, Chapter 118 of the Aiuniciral Code. iiie City Council has i jarected t>>at c;��s of this document l -)e sent to tT_?arKs and ?ecr and PlaDajna Commissions for their comment prior to hearings which will be held, on December ll, 199 nana�nuary 22, 199' Your cooperation in placing this item before your commissions for their review and comment and reporting back to lee prior to December 11th would be greatly appreciated. L) F P % l"iJ 5 Attachment: CHAPTER 48 WETLAND ZONING ORDINANCE 48.01. TITLE COUNCIL FINDINGS POLICY, PURPOSES, AND MEANS. Subdivision 1. Citation. Section 48.01 to 48.15 may be cited as the Wetlands Ordinance. Subdivision 2. Fines and Purposes. The Council finds that wetlands within the City, as part of the ecosystem, are critical to the present and future health, safety, and general welfare of the land, animals, and people within the City, as well as within the Rice Creek Watershed District; that existing and potential development within the City and Rice Creek Watershed possess increasing ecological and economic problems and demands, having the effect of potentially despoiling, polluting, accelerating the aging, eliminating or negatively and irretrievably altering both the wetlands and their functions (and the processes associated therewith) which, if cousesed properly mane ed wi22 constitute important physical, educational, ecological, aesthetic, recreational, and economic assets for existing and future residents of the community and the Rice Creek Watershed District. The City Council has in mind its statutory obligation to comply with Chapters 104, 105, and 112 of Minnesota State Law, the regulations of the Rice Creek Watershed District, Regulations of the Department of Natural Resources, including provisions for protected waters, Public Law 92-500 (Federal Water Pollution Control Act), open space policies of the Metropolitan Council and its guidelines encouraging protection and enhancement of marshes, and wetlands in the flood plain area, and the public interest in preventing irreparable destruction or deterioration of valuable natural resources. Therefore, recognizing the obligation to protect these assets and natural resource gifts from destruction or deteriorarion and pollution of all kinds, the purposes of this Chapter are: A. To preserve wetlands in as natural a state as possible; to serve as natural retention and detention areas for surface waters; to regulate the use of areas adjacent to the wetlands in order to protect and enhance the natural function of the wetlands; to provide for the protection, preservation, proper maintenance, use and enhancement of wetland zoning districts; to minimize the disturbance to them and to prevent or minimize damage from excessive sedimentation, eutrophication, or pollution; to prevent loss of hen -ficial aquatic organisms, wildlife, and vegetation or the habitats of the same; to provide for the protection of surface and round--fz4 H water supplies from the danger of drought, overdraft, pollution, or mismanagement; to secure safety from floods; to reduce the financial burdens imposed upon the community through rescue and relief efforts occasioned by the occupancy or use of areas subject to periodic flooding; to prevent loss of life, 2362161/WZO/PLS 1 property damage, and the losses and risks associated with flood conditions; to reduce "a F' Ran�hQ erosion problems; that, with prop to enhance and preserve maid—the water quality; and to enhance and preserve r -h n- extent of natural drainage ways—cour-&". B. The public interest necessitates sound land use development, as land is a limited and irreplaceable resource, and the land within the municipality is a resource to be developed in a manner which will result in minimum damage to the quality of life, property, threat to health and reduction of private/public economic loss caused by drainage problems. Subdivision 3. Means. It is the intent of the City to effectuate the purposes of this ordinance through the following means: A. Adopt a map designating axis- the wetlands protected by this Ordinance, rhar are Yn hn_nrararror{ from Slrnrnarinne �a:r•=sr1, esr-�s�ssars LB. Promote community education about the importance, function, limitations, and impact of urbanization upon the water resources fe-turas of the community, r land of Orosion con.trol.-nrar_Y_ic a_a_ DC. To preserve and enhance rho existing conditinn of wetlands within the community through implementation of development regulations that will ensure the design and construction of adequate on—site storm water, sedimentation and bolding retention and detention basins, flow control devices, and implementation of effective erosion control techniques. ED. To apply techniques such as density transfers to development proposals in order to minimize ratios of impermeable surface to open space. ,—and to nracorvo rrn ��-.i Ltd ice: rhg�� no -XE. To establish means by which certain wetlands may be placed in the public domain for purposes of enhancement, preservation, pr�tecti.oar and maintenance. GF. To provide means by which the .lo..el opar an applicant and the City will routinely obtain advice and input from various governmental 2362161/WZO/PLS 2 agencies and professionals in the field of fresh water biology, hydrology, and civil engineering. ZG. To establish a system of permits and enforcement to effectuate the ~ intent of this ordinance. 48.02. WETLAND ZONING DISTRICTS. This Chapter shall apply to wetland zoning districts which are specifically identified on the zoning map entitled, Wetland Zoning District Map," an official copy of which shall be on file in the office of the Clerk -Administrator and shall be available for inspection and copying upon the terms and conditions as established by the City. This map A wetland zoning district may be modified or eliminated amended by four-fifths affirmative vote of the Council after Public Hearing and notice as set -out forth in Chapter 40 of this Code.., b" watland Wetland zoning districts may not be eliminated remaued Lza - �y unless it can be shown that the original designation is in error or that conditions have changed. When modifying or 'removing a wetland zonin district the Council shall use the criteria and methods established in the FEDERAL MANUAL FOR IDENTIFYING AND DELINEATING JURISDICTIONAL WETLANDS dated January, 1989, as amended from time -to -time. 48.03. SCOPE. The wetland zoning district shall overlay the zoning districts established pursuant to Chapter 40 of this Coder as amended, so that any parcel of land lying in a wetland zoning district shall also lie in one or more of the established zoning districts. Lands lying within a wetland zoning district shall be subject to the requirements established by other applicable ordinances and regulations of the City. Within each wetland zoning district, all uses shall be permitted in accordance with the regulations for the underlying zoning district, provided, however, that such uses must also satisfy the additional requirements established in this Chapter. 48.04. DEFINITIONS. Subdivision 1. Alteration. Any change, addition or modification. Subdivision 2. Buildin . Any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy. Subdivision 23. Development. The construction, installation or alteration of any structure.,i the extraction, clearing or other alteration of land or terrestrial or aquatic vegetation; ,--Land or the course, current or cross section of any water body or watercourse; or the subdivision of land into parcels pursuant to Chapter 42 of the Municipal Code. 2362161/WZO/PLS 3 Subdivision 24. Dimensional Requirements. A minimum/maximum setback yard requirements, or structure height or size established in Chapter 40 and 42 of the Municipal Code. Subdivision 65. Drainage Way A. Any natural, altered or artificial watercourse which has definable beds and banks capable of conducting confined runoff from adjacent lands. Watercourse beds not clearly defined shall be delineated to include that area which would be inundated by runoff resulting from a 24 hour rainfall having a recurrence interval of once in ten years. B. An altered watercourse is that which has been affected by man-made changes in straightening, deepening, narrowing, or widening the original channel. C. An artificial watercourse is that which has been artificially constructed by man where there was no previous natural watercourse. The limits of the watercourse bed are confined to that area which would be inundated by runoff resulting from a 24 hour rainfall storm having a recurrence interval of once i. every ten years. Subdivision 6. Permit. An official document or certificate issued b the City authorizing performance of a specified activity. Subdivision 47. Person. Any individual, firm, corporation, partnership, association or other private or governmental entity. Subdivision 38. Structure. beg liar 1're— That which is built or constructed an edifice or building of any kind or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner. Subdivision 39. Wetland. T.he--raas Those areas greater than one acre in size. that are inundated or saturated by surface or groundwater at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support h drophytic vegetation, h dric soils and wetland h7drology, as delineated on the "riry of-Houmds Atiew Wetland Zoning District Map. " Subdivision 210. Wetland Buffer Area. Areas abutting and within 100 feet, measured horizontally, of a wetland. 2362161/WZO/PLS 4 Subdivision $11. Wetland Drainage District. That area tributary to the Wetland Zoning District as delineated on the Wetland Zoning District Map. Subdivision 811. Wetland Zoning_District. The areas delineated on the Wetland Zoning District Map which includes the wetlands and wetland buffer areas. 48.05. WETLAND ZONING DISTRICT REGULATIONS. Subdivision 1. No development, — s shall be allowed within a wetland zoning district without first having obtained a wetland alteration permit from the City as provided for in Chapter 48.06 of this Code. Subdivision 32. Whenever a wetland or drainage way is located on lands that are being subdivided, the subdivider shall dedicate such wetland and/or drainage way to the public as allowed per Minnesota Statutes 462 and shall dedicate an easement to the public as required for purposes of improving, maintaining, or protecting the area for drainage, phosphotvs �a*r-----TIj as water quality enhancement or other purposes expressed in this Chapter. Subdivision 53. Notwithstanding the provisions of Chapter 40 of this Code, the following shall apply to all lands proposed to be subdivided pursuant to Chapter 42 of this Code and lying within a wetland zoning district: A. Rationale for Density Standards -- The followinE regulations are required to control the density of development in wetland tonin districts. The purpose of controlling development density is to reduce the financial burdens imposed on the community through rescue and relief efforts occasioned by the occupancy or use of areas subject to periodic flooding; to minimize loss of life, property damage, and the losses and risks associated with flood conditions; and to minimize the detrimental effects of urbanization 2362161/WZO/PLS 5 on the wildlife habitat, water quality enhancement, recreational and aesthetic values of wetlands. AT 1. Minimum lot size - 20,000 square feet. 8. 1. Minimum lot width - 125 feet as measured at the building setback line. 3. All buildings, other than accessory buildings, as defined in Chapter 40 of this Code shall be setback at least 100 feet from the wetland. 4. All accessory buildings shall be setback not less than the setback requirements set forth in Chapter 40.05 Subdivision C of this Code. Subdivision 6. Any building or structure situated on an existing parcel of &record, as as of the date of the original date of Enactment of this ordinance, that does not meet the requirements of this chapter shall be considered non -conforming pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 40.03 of this Code and will require a variance from the Council to build or rebuild. A non -conforming parcel shall exist: A. Where Aany portion of the parcel is contained within she —area rin f_i n_gri a_c r_�� '!a Wetland Ax -aa" ; or B. Where Tf at 'nee* 20 percent of a parcel or at least 2,000 square feet of the parcel, whichever is less, shall be contained within the "Wetland Buffer Area. " as defined Jia thi., ChaPl­r, A non -conforming building shall exist: A. Where it does not meet building or structure setback requirements; B. Where it does not meet floor elevation requirements. 48.06. PERMITS. Subdivision 1. The following activities in or upon a wetland zoning district shall require a wetland alteration permit: A. The digging, dredging, filling, draining, or in any way altering or removing any material from a wetland. 2362161/W20/PLS 6 B. The removal of vegetation within the wetland zoning districtor xh4 except to abate a public nuisance. C. The construction, alteration, or removal of any structure. D. The altering of any embankment or ponding area, or the changing of the flow of water or ponding capacity. E. The storing of materials which would interfere with the flow of water and/or ponding capacity. F. Disposing of non -organic -waste materials including, but not limited to, demolition debris- and yard waste. G. Installation or maintenance of essential services. Subdivision 2. In consideration of an application for the issuance for a wetland alteration permit, the city shall-momrequire that the applicant furnish and supply such information as required in 48.06 (4B). In acting upon a wetland alteration permit application, the City shall consider all relevant factors specified in other sections of this Chapter, including: BA. The relationship of the proposed use to the Comprehensive Plan and the impact of the proposed use on the wetlands in the surrounding area. CB. The impact of the proposed wetland alteration on the phosphorils s-r.,riingc=nTtT surface water storage, fish and wildlife habitat, and water quality enhancement values of the wetland. Subdivision 3. Permit Standards. No permit shall be issued unless the Council City finds and determines that the proposed development complies with the following standards, unless a variance is granted by the Council as set forth in Chapter 48.14 of this Code. A. F,i.11iagr Alteration. A minimum —int of fiI i ;g. alteration of a wetland may be allowed when necessary for the use of property but only when it will not have a substantially or significantly adverse effect as determined by the Council City, upon the ecological and hydrological characteristics of the wetland; however, in no case shall the restrictions set out below be exceeded. Since the extent of alteration total amount of f i-71 - which can be permitted is limited, the Council City when considering a permit application, shall consider equal apportionment of frill, alteration opportunityro :wetland zoning 2362161/WZO/PLS 7 district property. The alteration opportunity within the wetland shall be allocated amon properrZ owners in proportion to the area of wetland located within each property. 1. Any alteration shall not cause a reduction in the flood storage capacity of the wetland. Flood storage capacity shall be determined by analysis of the runoff from the entire developed wetland drainage district resulting from both the two-year and 100-7ear frequency, 24-hour SCS Type 1 distribution storms. L f; ] l i nn chni 1 narn�..00 Gky�—L+3G.�1 nntssy �1�7pCThO-Z1SS S -t'r i p p i n s Q a} 4 :tet- — Q a i p Lha -ten... -.a ,,, cg)$ -P 4 1 a n d Water- fonyer-ation nictrirr report _ ¢c__ as amandedd per, nhncn},.�p.c Prod—tion nP the watland ilrzinaga district for i - ;eCLediac el n M—r Any alteration shall not reduce the existing water quality enhancement value of a wetland under conditions of ultimate development, during both the two- year and 100- year frequency, 24-hour SCS Type 1 distribution storms. Water qualify enhancement value of a wetland shall be determined using methods approved by the City. 3. Any alteration shall not reduce the existing wildlife habitat value of a wetland as measured using the methods approved by the Citv. 34. Only fill substantially free of chemical pollutants and organic wastes, as determined by the City Council, may be used. 45. FL411 4ag A3 cerations shall be carried out so as to minimize the impact on vegetation. 2362161/WZO/PLS a 26. Zt Alterations shall not adversely change the water flow characteristics within the wetland as determined by the City-CouaciL. 37. The size of the dsedg" altered area shall be limited to the minimum required for the proposed action. 58. Work in the wetland will not be performed during the breeding season of waterfowl or fish spawning season. 19. No part of any sewage disposal system requiring on -land or in - ground disposal of waste shall be located closer than 100 feet from the wetland. All on -land or in -ground sewage disposal systems shall meet criteria set out in Minnesota Rule 6, MCAR 4.8040, "Individual Sewage Treatment System Standard." 210. Qx�Waste which would normally be disposed of at a solid or hazardous waste disposal site or which would normally be discharged into a sewage disposal system or sewer shall not be directly or indirectly discharged to a wetland. 311. Construction &erosion control measures and retention facilities shall be Pu -r in Placa prinr Lo development consrp.rtinn sive CO—J'a de!� to limit soil loss from the development site to not more than five (5) tons per acre per year. Plans and supporcing documentation for such measures and facilities shall be developed and approved by the city prior to commencement of construction. 512. The applicant for the wetland alteration permit shall be required to demonstrate that after the development is completed, the conditions on the site will be stabilized such that the yearly soil loss from the site will not be greater than 0.5 tons per acre per year. 2362161/WZO/PLS 9 613. Sediment and soil loss shall be determined utilizing the "Universal Soil Loss Equation" as defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service Technical Field Guide as amended from time to time and as provided for Ramsey Soil and Water Conservation District. 114. Stormwater runoff from a development may be directed to the wetland only when substantially, an dQror.,.; no 1 by rho r.,, nc i z , free of silt sediment, debris, and chemical pollutants, and only at rates which will not substantially:.rmi.Red -h3� Council,the disturb vegetation or increase turbidity as determined by the City. 215. The proposed action shall not cause stormwater runoff from the wetland development to take place at a rate which would exceed the n-turAl rate or volume of runoff as anticipated by the Cities Surface Water Management Plan. 316. The quality of water infiltrated to the water table or aquifer shall remain substantially, as determined by the Cit , unchanged by the Haualopmear alceracion of the site. 2362161/WZO/PLS 10 17. All buildings, other than accessory buildings, as defined in Chester 40 of this Code, shall be setback at least 100 feet from the wetland. 18. All accessory buildings as defined in Chapter 40 of this Code shall be setback not less than the requirements set forth in Chapter 40.05 subdivision C. 119. The lowest floor elevation of buildings permitted in a wetland zoning district shall be at least two (2) feet above the elevation of the adjacent waclame, hounclary 100 -year frequency flood level. 220. No alteration shall be allowed which will endanger the health, safety, or welfare of persons, or which may result in unusual road maintenance costs or utility line breakages due to soil limitations, including high frost action. .9 21. Iregetacioa —Removal of vegetation within a wetland zoning district shall be permitted only when Chapter, and only when reasonably required for the placement of structures and use of property. Subdivision 4. Conditions A. 1. A wetland alteration permit may be approved subject to comp! ;ance. with conditions reasonable and necessary to ensure compliance with the requirements contained in 48.06, Subdivisions 1, 2, and 3. Such conditions may, among other matters.,: a. provide for the enhancement of wetland storm water storage, fish and wildlife habitat, and water quality _ functions of wetland zoning districts: b. provide for the enhancement of recreation and education opportunities in wetland zoning districts; c. limit the size, kind, or character of the proposed work,; d. require the construction of stormwater detention facilities or other structures„ e. require replacement of vegetation„ f. establish required monitoring or maintenance procedures including the payment of costs for such procedures -rt 2362161/WZO/PLS 11 g_ stage the work over time and increments of land to be developed.,; h. require the alteration of the site design to insure buffering,-; i. require the provisions of a performance bond; j. or require the conveyance to the City of certain lands or interest therein. The dimensional requirements of the underlying zoning ordinance may be modified in furtherance of the purposes of this Chapter by expre a s cQnd i r; on conra; ned in -he „ 2. The permit application shall be directed submitted to the City. The City shall process the permit ap Iication according to the provisions of 48.06 Subdivision 6 of this Code. The Councilwhomay refer it the permit application to the Planning Commission or the City staff for review and report or may direct that the permit application be processed according to the procedures specified for the processing of conditional use permits set forth in Chapter 40 of the Municipal Code. Upon approval of the application for the permit, the City Council may establish such terms and conditions, in addition to those specifically cited in this Chapter or Chapter 40 as it deems necessary to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, including the posting of sufficient surety to guarantee conformance to the purposes of the permit and all laws regulating the activity. The development controls provided in Chapter 59.07 of the Municipal Code may also be required. 3. A wetland alteration permit may be processed coextensively with any other application for auhd; x4 einn or coni4; r; an—1 nea p$tmlt approvals that may be required under other provisions of the Municipal Code. B. The following drawings and exhibits may be required with a permit application: 1. The name and address of the subdivider, developer, and owner or any other party of interest. 2. A legal description of the proposed site with a map showing its location with indications of private access roads, existing or proposed public roadways within and surrounding the development site. 2362161/WZO/PLS 12 3. A full and adequate description of all phases of the operation and/or proposed physical changes. 4. A soil survey map of the proposed development site. 5. A topographic map of the development area with contour information at two (2) foot intervals or spot elevations at two hundred (200) foot intervals and at a horizontal scale of one (1) inch to one hundred (100) feet or larger. 6. A detailed site plan of the proposal showing proposed drainage, grading, and landscaping. 7. A site design map showing the location of existing and future man-made features within the site and to a distance of five hundred (500) feet surrounding the site or to the wetland drainage district boundary, whichever is shorter. 8. Information on existing drainage and vegetation of all lands within the site and to a distance of five hundred (500) feet surrounding the site or to the wetland drainage district boundary, whichever is shorter. 9. The time period for commencement and completion of the development, including time for staging of development, if applicable. 10. Design specification and plan for all sediment and erosion control measures as well as all grading and drainage appurtenances and practices. 11. Engineering data related to computations of existing and proposed hydrology, water quality, hydraulics, and soil loss. 12. Such additional information as necessary to evaluate the permit application. Subdivision 5. Time of Permit - Extensions and Renewals. A permittee shall begin the work authorized by the permit within ninety (90) days from the date of issuance of the permit unless otherwise—a set forth in the permit. The permittee shall complete the work authorized by the permit within the time limit specified on the permit, which shall in no event exceed more than 2362161/WZO/PLS 13 twelve (12) months from the date of issuance unless such time limit is extended by the City—Counc_U. The permittee shall notify the City at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the commencement of work. Should the work not be commenced as specified herein, the permit shall become void. Subdivision 6. Issuing Authorit A. The Issuing Authority for Wetland Alteration Permits shall be as set forth here after: 1. Administrative Issuing Authority: The CitX Engineer/Director of Public Works, or his designee (Building Inspector or City Planner) have the authoritK to issue wetland alteration permits which meet the standards in this chapter if: a. An emergency situation exists which requires an alteration within a wetland zoning district for the purpose of preserving life or property. b. The proposed alteration is limited to the wetland buffer area, and does not adversely impact the adjacent wetland, and requires a permit for: 1. installation and maintenance of fences; 2. landscaping not including impervious surfaces; 3. construction, repair or maintenance of detached garages and accessory buildings; 4. construction, repair or maintenance of public and private utility facilities; 5. grading which does not adversely alter storm water storage ca aacity. storm water flow direction or runoff rate; 6. repair and maintenance of existing structures; 7, placement of structures not re uirin permanent foundations or pads for support; 2 Council issuing Authority: The City Council may issue wetland alteration permits which meet the standards in this Chapter and: A. are beyond the scope of the administrative issui authority specified above; 2362161/WZO/PLS 14 b. which have been reviewed by City staff and referred to Che Council• C. which have been appealed to Council following denial b City staff. 48.07. EXCEPTIONS: PERMIT. A. Emergencies. Upon the declaration of an emergency by the - - - City, emergency work necessary to preserve life or property shall be permitted in a wetland zoning district. B. Repairs. Upon application and approval, by the Cauzz,i City, a person may repair or maintain any lawful use of land existing on the date of adoption of this Chapter. C. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Code to the contrary, the City 2nA0 may develop a munici eF 1ZY owned recreation or park facility on Cir, owned lands which will involve the development within a wetlands zoning district as part of an inte rated plan comprisin of not less than 75 acres, where the such development would reasonably conserve, aad preserve and W0411A enhance the environment by providing facilities that would protect the public health, safety and welfare. 48.08. DEVELOPMENT DENSITY AND PARK LAND DEDICATION CREDIT TRANSFERS. Subdivision 1. When land to be developed includes wetlands, the developer thereof may receive a credit for the undevelopable portion of said wetland, either: A. toward the dedication of land requirements under Municipal Code, Chapter 42.13, Parks and Playground Dedication, not exceeding the amount of the developable lands in the development proposal; or B. the development may be intensified so as not to exceed twice the allowable land use densities prescribed under Chapters 40 and 42 of the Code provided, however, that said intensified land use must be consistent with street dedication dimensions, parking requirements, and screening, fencing and landscaping regulations of the City; or 2362161/WZO/PLS 15 C. the building square footage requirements of the Municipal Code may be intensified but not to exceed five (5) percent; or D. any combination of A, B, and C above as agreed upon by developer and City, keeping in mind that the public health, safety, and welfare of the community is paramount. Subdivision 2. Upon receipt of any of the credits herein, the developer mPrr}. _n t rhe W. r 1 n rnrl c -14P MO ■Leri shall noz--b•& conveyad Sgt: rss�at 1..}jb-gj^tn.l ac, grant, or Porfairura except rhnr any wetlands designated by this Chapter, for which a credit has been foc Aorr G abov- may be conveyed to anrt may ha nnnepred by the City by resolur free and clear of aa* all encumbrances. 48.09. ACQUISITION OF INTERESTS IN LAND. The municipality may acquire, pursuant to law, fee title or easement rights, by dedication, gift, purchase, eminent domain, tax forfeiture, leasehold estates, part or all of any wetlands or land adjacent, abutting, contiguous, or affecting wetlands, for the purpose of preserving such lands and protecting the public health, safety, and welfare. Charges authorized by Chapter 25 and Chapter 42 of the Municipal Code or by other applicable law may be used to finance the acquisitions authorized herein. The Council may abate those taxes and assessments within wetlands as authorized by law. 48.10. RESPONSIBILITY. Neither the issuance of a permit nor compliance with the conditions thereof, nor with the provisions of this Chapter, shall relieve any person from any responsibility otherwise imposed by law for damages to persons or properties; nor shall the issuance of any permit hereunder serve to impose any liability on the municipality or its officers or employees for injury or damage to persons or property. A permit issued pursuant to this Chapter shall not relieve the permittee of the responsibility of complying with any other requirements established by law, regulation or ordinance. 48.11. PENALTY. Any person who violates the provisions of this Chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Each day during which said violation exists is a separate offense. Any violation of this Chapter is a public nuisance and may be enjoined by civil action. Costs of any civil enforcement shall be assessed against the property so enjoined. Any person who, in violation of this Chapter, alters, changes or modifies any wetlands shall restore such wetlands to their original condition. 48.12. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Chapter is held to be unconstitutional or otherwise illegal, the remainder of this Chapter shall be deemed and held to be valid and remain in force and effect as if such portion had not been included herein. If this Chapter or any provision herein is held to be inapplicable to any person, property or work, such holding shall not affect the applicability hereof to any other person's property or work. 2362161/WZO/PLS 16 48.13. SPECIAL ASSESSMENT. The property within a designated wetland which is restricted hereby or for which a development or other restrictive easement is conveyed to the municipality shall not be subject to future special assessments for the costs of public improvements for which such assessments are authorized pursuant to Chapter 26 of the Municipal Code. 48.14. VARIANCE AND APPEALS. Subdivision 1. An application for variance or appeal to the Council shall be processed according to appeal- In Chapter 40 of the Municipal Code. Subdivision 2. No variance may be granted which would allow any use that is prohibited in the zoning district in which the property is located or which will: A. Result in incompatible land uses or which would be detrimental to �hn nYrtro^r:^^ ^f surface and groundwater resources supplies. B. Increase the financial burdens imposed on the community through increasing floods and overflow of water onto land areas within this City or onto land areas adjacent to Rice Creek. C. Be not in keeping with land use plans and planning objectives for the City or which will increase or cause danger to life or property. D. Be inconsistent with the objectives of encouraging land uses compatible with the preservation of the natural land forms, vegetation and the maw--h44-4ad--wet within the City. E. Include development of land and water areas essential to continue the temporary withholding of rapid runoff of surface water which contributes to downstream flooding, or water pollution.,; or development of land and water areas which provide groundwater recharge.,i or development which diminishes the land or water which are necessary to carry increased flows of stormwater following periods of heavy precipitation. Subdivision 3. No permit or variance shall be issued unless the applicant, in support of his application, shall submit engineering data, surveys, site plans and other information as the City may require in order to determine the effects of such development on the affected land and water areas. 48.15. WETLAND ZONING DISTRICTS. 2362161/WZO/PLS 17 Subdivision 1. Wetland Zoning District Mapes. Pursuant to Chapter 48.02, the wetland zoning districts delineated in the referenced wetland zoning district map are hereby established. Subdivision 2. Wetland Zoning Districts by Legal Description. Pursuant to Chapter 48.02, the following described properties are hereby designated as wetlands: (see Appendix A). Subdivision 3. Inclusive. The wetland zoning districts designated in Subdivisions 1 and 2 above are hereby established as wetland zoning districts for the municipality. 2362161/WZO/PLS 18 ia N Zr,*),Vf,75TfJTZi Memo To :Mary Saarion, Director of Parks and Recreation From :Ric Minetor, City Engineer/Director of Public Works Date :October 30, 1989 Subject :Greenfield Park Baseball Field Expansion I have developed a rough estimate of the cost of extending the right field line to 300 feet. The main cost is the piping and filling of the ditch adjacent to right field. I assumed a total of 200 feet of ditch will need to be piped. The cost of the pipe, fill, fence relocation and turf establishment is approximately $26,300. The major cost is the fill required which accounts for $17,400 of the total. This is a rough estimate and the intent is only as a preliminary study cost. The costs are based on the following assumptions. Greenfield Ballfield Extension Assume 200 feet of ditch to be piped Assume 24 inch diameter pipe Assume all embnkment needs to be brought in Pipe - 200 feet @ $12/ft $ 2,400 Embankment-1450*$12 17,400 Seeding, Topsoil, etc-200*30*$.50 3,000 Fencing - Relocate & add'tl. 3,500 $26,300 Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112 784-3055 SURVEY SUMMARY Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is surveying choices made by today's teenagers regarding recreation selections. Please answer the following questions. Thank you for your time and input. 1. Put a check by your grade. (INCLUDES ALL GRADES) [ x] 6th grade [ x] 7th grade [ x] 8th grade [ x] 9th grade [ x] 10th grade [ x] 11th grade [ x] 12th grade 2. What do you do with your free time now? Top 5 responses: 1 teamsports,- 2) orts 2 be with friends 3 watch TV 4 individualsports. 5) p1gy or listen to music. 3. What would you like to do with your free time if you had the opportunity? Top five responses: 1 individuals arts 2 teamsports, 3 dance artier 4 be with friends 5 travel/vacation. 4. Would you be willing to participate in a recreational activity during the evening hours (6:00 - 10:00 p.m.)? [62%] Yes [31%] No [7% ] Maybe 5. What is your typical free time on a daily or weekly basis? (Example: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Saturday; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Sunday) Free time on average is: afterschool until supper time some time in evenings during week nights, most of the day on Saturdays, afternoons on Sundays 6. What night during the week would you like to participate in a recreational activity? [15.8%] Monday [14.9%] Tuesday [18.5%] Wednesday [14.9%] Thursday [17.3%] Friday [11.1%] Saturday [7.5%] Sunday 7. Do you have a part-time job? [51] Yes [190] No If so, how many hours per week do you work? 14.4 What are your hours? after school some evenings and some weekends. -2- 91 a ffd 11. Are you involved in extra -curricular activities at school? [113] Yes [139] No If so, in what activities are you involved? Top 3 responses: 1 sports, band music 3 student council Do you live close enough to a park to walk to it? [212] Yes [46] No If so, what park? TOD 3 res onses: 1 Groveland 2 Woodcrest 3 Hansen Park in New Brighton What types of activities would you participate in at a park if it were offered? Most responses were made from the choices listed below. Below is a list of different types of recreational activities. Please check those activities which would be interested in doing. Social Recreation Card games 71 Whiffle ball Checkers 33 Chess 30 Table games 66 Baseball/softball Group games 68 125 Play Nintendo 151 114 Dances (parties) 168 111 Playing pool 131 Woodworking 55 Arts & crafts 62 Making model planes, cars 48 Phvsical Activities Badminton 85 Whiffle ball 24 Ping Pong 90 Basketball 977_ Baseball/softball 133 Swimming 125 Volleyball 114 Touch/flag football 111 Floor hockey 98 _ Pickle ball 14 Tennis 103 Indoor soccer 92 Also mentioned: Skiing, Skateboarding, Bowling, Broomball. MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: NOVEMBER 16, 1989 SUBJECT: SKATING RINK HOURS - ACTIVITIES Staff proposes a change in warming house hours. In the past few years, late hour attendance has declined. The 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. or 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. timeslot has not been practical. The high school is out of classes at 2:00 p.m. and the two grade schools at 3:00 p.m. Staff proposes to open warming houses at 3:00 p.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. on weeknights, Monday - Thursday. Since Friday is not a school night, closing hours could be extended to 9:00 p.m. Saturday hours would be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The changes are shown below: PAST HOURS PROPOSED HOURS M - Th 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. M - Th 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. F 4:00 - 10:00 p.m. F 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. Sa 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Sa 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Su 1:00 - 9:00 P.M. Su 1:00 - 8:00 p.m. The time change would not alter the number of hours of operation and therefore, would not alter the budget. During this day and age of youth abductions and foul play, staff wishes to encourage public safety by discouraging children from being out in neighborhoods in hours of darkness. Therefore, providing more skating time during daylight hours encourages the option for daylight skating rather than skating during hours of darkness. This time change is basically considering grade school ages. It is observed that most high school students come to skating rinks via car transportation. Another change that the Park and Recreation Commission has requested is the expanded purpose of warming houses. It was requested that warming houses serve as mini -meeting places for youth activity such as a game of chess, parchessi or cribbage, or perhaps some art projects or simple group games. Warming house attendants would serve as supervisors, perhaps provide a greater activity leadership role, and equipment monitor. Staff wishes to hear your thoughts and direction regarding these proposed changes. MS/SL 1 CI V vodgview� RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 2401 HIGHWAY 10 MOUNDS VIEW, MINN 55112 784-3055 November 28, 1989 Ms. Kathy Friedman, President Sunnyside PTA 5148 Brighton Lane New Brighton, MN 55112 Dear Ms. Friedman: Recently, I received the enclosed brochure entitled "PTA Today'. This brochure provides information regarding quality youth sports through the NYSCA "Say Yes To Better Sports for Kids" campaign. Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is a certified NYSCA Chapter. I am a certified clinician for training youth coaches. The Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department supports and administers the philosophy that NYSCA aspires. I wholeheartedly encourage the Sunnyside PTA to discuss and implement the suggestions on the back page regarding the "Say Yes" campaign. I would be happy to attend a meeting if you wish to know more about NYSCA. I have many NYSCA tapes that give a perspective to the NYSCA philosophy for youth sports. It is not only important to influence coaches, but also parents to the benefit of a program with a solid youth sports philosophy, one that builds a child's psychological, emotional and physical skills. If you wish to call me to discuss this matter further, please call me at 784-3055. Sincerely, Mary Saarion, Director Parks, Recreation and Forestry MS/SL Enclosure Co] (91 IP ram Rik\ i -m-m 71 r •iif Vii+ r' l:•V: "•-:.� WIWA ram Rik\ i -m-m 71 r •iif Vii+ r' l:•V: "•-:.� WIWA THE NYSCA/PTA "SAY YES" NATIONAL CAMPAIGN WHAT THIS CAMPAIGN IGN WILL ACCOMPLISH: Increase parental and youth league awareness of the National Standards For Youth Sports, Utilize the existing network of the 33,000 local PTA units and other community organizations to promote and support the efforts of the local NYSCA Chapter, Let parents know that certification is an option made available to their child's coach through their recreation professional, Provide help in promoting the NYSCA program, as well as, volunteers to conduct certification clinics. The National PTA is asking its 33,000 local PTA units to "Say Yes To Better Sports For Kids" by forming a "Say Yes" Committee to support the efforts of the NYSCA Chapter. The duties of the "Say Yes" Committee include: 1) Encouraging youth leagues to implement the National Standards For Youth Sports, 2) Recognizing and supporting youth leagues that organize and operate with the best interest of children in mind by coordinating the "Outstanding Youth League Recognition Program" in the community, 3) Distributing educational materials to parents regarding their roles and responsibilities to their child in sports, 4) Encouraging parents to ask that their child's coach be certified, 5) Providing support to the agency/NYSCA Chapter with "Say Yes" Committee members serving as clinicians to conduct certification clinics, :HOW THE LEAGUE BENE 1) Parents will be encouraged to send their child to leagues who, through implementing the National Standards For Youth Sports, operate with the best interest of children to mind. 2) Parents will be encouraged to become involved in the youth league program and support its efforts. 3) Parents will be educated to their roles and responsibilities to their child in sports including behavior expectations and support of their child's coach. 4) Leagues may qualify for the National Outstanding Youth League Recognition Program which confirm to the community that by implementing the National Standards For Youth Sports parents can feel comfortable that the league operates with the best interest of their child in mind. Your PTA can `say yes to better sports. for kids' by Fred C. Engh For the most part, organized chil- dren's sports are run by dedicated parents and coaches, but far too often things get out of hand. Many leagues are organized by adults who have lit- tle understanding of a child's social needs and how much they influence a child's self-image. Some well-meaning coaches get caught up in the standings, champion- ships and all-star teams. The compe- tition begins to mean more than the child. Some parents even live vicari- ously through their children, driving and pushing them to excel, do better and become the star athlete. Sound familiar? If not, think about this story: A young baseball player, after strik- ing out, broke down in tears because he felt he let his team down. The coach tried ,to console the child. "Don't worry, son," he said, "some of the best major league players have struck out in worse situations." The crying child simply said, "But they didn't have to face my father when they got home." Youth sports can be a positive and You can broaden your PTA's community involvement and, in turn, bring about the changes that will improve the quality of youth sports experiences for hundreds of children in your community. fun experience for most children, but only if sports are seen in the right perspective. This means independent leagues run by parent volunteers with standards focusing on, above all, the child's well-being. Volunteers involved in coaching a team must undergo basic training , on the responsibilities of coaching children. Parents should go through an orientation on how they can best support their children during their youth sports experience. Safe playing conditions should be foremost. Children should always be given the chance to learn the skills of the game before being forced to com- pete for positions against the early maturer or bigger and more skilled player of the same age. Above all, no child should be made to sit on the bench the entire season. Perhaps it isn't so ironic that almost 70 percent of the children who start participating as young as age 5 will have dropped out of youth sports by age 13. Most say they "burned out." Too much pressure on youth? There is so much concern today about otir nation's dropout rate from school 'that drug prevention groups such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Substance Abuse Prevention (OSAP) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) are asking if unnecessary pressures on young children result in their need to cope by experimenting with drugs and alcohol. National Standards for Youth Sports were developed at a national symposium last spring by represen- pta today, April 1989